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Upcoming events of interest in the Cape and Islands business community

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Posted Feb. 5, 2013 at 2:00 AM

Posted Feb. 5, 2013 at 2:00 AM

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Tuesday, Feb. 5

The Cape Cod chapter of SCORE, a resource partner of the U.S. Small Business Administration, will offer a "Successful Small Business Management" workshop series that begins from 7 to 9 p.m. Tuesday at Cape Cod Community College, 2240 Iyannough Road, West Barnstable. The six-week course will focus on tools necessary to run a successful business.

Details: The cost is $130 and includes a copy of SCORE's comprehensive "Handbook for Small Business." To register, call Cape Cod Community College at 508-375-4012 and request course number WGB075. For more information, go to www.capecod.score.org.

Wednesday, Feb. 6

Eastham Business Forum

The Eastham Chamber of Commerce will hold a business forum from 4 to 6 p.m. Wednesday at The Local Break, 4550 State Highway, Eastham. Refreshments will be served.

Details: Admission is free for members, $10 for guests. To register, call 508-240-7211 or go to www.easthamchamber.com.

Thursday, Feb. 7

Yarmouth Social Media Presentation

Yarmouth Area Chamber of Commerce will present "Social Strategies for Business Growth," sponsored by Coastal Community Capital, from 8:30 to 11 a.m. Thursday at Hampton Inn & Suites, 99 Route 28, West Yarmouth. The presentation will be given by the Geek Girls, who will discuss how Twitter, Pinterest and Instagram can be used as company platforms.

Details: The cost is $10. To register, call Christina at 508-362-8908.

Monday, Feb. 11

The Wellfleet Chamber of Commerce will hold its after hours networking event from 6 to 7:30 p.m. Feb. 11 at The Wicked Oyster, 50 Main St., Wellfleet. The meeting will include complimentary appetizers and a cash bar. Proceeds from this event will go to Chamber Helping Our Neighbors, a fund created by the Chamber to assist neighbors when there is a need. Participants can feel free to make a donation to this fund by writing a check to Wellfleet Chamber Helping Our Neighbors.

Details: Admission is $10 for members, $15 for non-members. To register, call 508-349-2510 or email info@wellfleetchamber.com by Feb. 9.

Tuesday, Feb. 12

The Cape Cod Chapter of the American Business Women's Association will feature Nancy Hardaway during its business meeting beginning at 5:30 p.m. Feb. 12 at the DoubleTree by Hilton Cape Cod, 287 Iyannough Road, Hyannis. Hardaway, founder of Listening 2 Leaders, will present "Optimism and Courage: Finding the Power to Lead from Anywhere in your Life."

Details: Dinner will cost $22 for members by the reservation date, $27 for members after reservation date, and $27 for guests. To reserve, go to www.abwacapecod.org or email reserve@abwacapecod.org by Feb. 8.

The Yarmouth Area Chamber of Commerce will hold its business after hours from 5:30 to 7 p.m. Feb. 12 at George Davis Inc., 53 North Main St., South Yarmouth.

The event will include complimentary drinks and appetizers.

Details: Admission is either a new package of children's socks or underwear for Katelynn's Closet or a $5 donation. To register, call 508-778-1008 or email rsvp@yarmouthcapecod.com.

Thursday, Feb. 14

Yarmouth Area Chamber of Commerce will present "Constant Contact and the Power of Email Marketing" from 8:30 to 11 a.m. Feb. 14 at Hampton Inn & Suites, 99 Route 28, West Yarmouth. The event, sponsored by Coastal Community Capital, will teach participants about building marketing relationships and sharing value with people online.

Details: The cost is $10. To register, call Christina at 508-362-8908.